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Marion County boasts a wide array of picnicking spots. Salem and Keizer, the population centers in the county, offer many parks, but people may not be familiar with some of the other great options for a picnic throughout the county, from older urban parks in neighboring towns to the network of rural Marion County Parks
Here is a local's guide on where to picnic in Marion County.
“Services at Bank of the Pacific aren’t faceless or nameless,” says Katherine Ledson, senior vice president and commercial banking team leader at the Lake Oswego branch. “We have a holistic approach to our clients that involves understanding their goals and objectives and providing consultative advice through great listening skills, strong economic awareness, and empathy.”
Bank of the Pacific is an exception. It specializes in banking with a personal touch, in addition to all the modern online services you expect. Recently, they opened a new commercial banking center with retail and depository services in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
The legend of Art Lacey’s B-17G Bomber is one of the history books. According to Lacey’s daughter, P***y Lacey Scott, the story began at Art Lacey’s 34th birthday party in 1947.
Some B-17s were sold for scrap. Some were used as fire bombers and aviation enthusiasts purchased some. Art Lacey wanted a roadside attraction to lure customers to his gas station in Oregon.
In 2017, Mitchell brought his honey-tasting options out from the back room of his house, a honey sampling venture established by his Great Aunt in 1999, and gave it a storefront easily accessible from the road. The quaint tasting room still has an in-home feel with its polished floors and neatly arranged shelves touting honey dippers and jars, gifts, and books on beekeeping.
Beekeeper Jeremy Mitchell, owner of Flying Bee Ranch in Salem, puts a public face over the commercial beekeeper's veil.
Salem is lucky to have some amazing Heritage Trees that tell many different stories about Marion County and its history. Some heritage trees are familiar to anyone living in Salem, like the Waldo tree or the oak grove at the State Fairgrounds. Others are more hidden but definitely worth checking out.
Salem is lucky to have some amazing Heritage Trees that tell many different stories about Marion County and its history.
As these featured golf courses show, you can choose to spend an hour or two and less than $10 to play or make it an event and spend the time and money to go to an expansive 18-hole course designed for everyone from beginners to professionals. Whatever you choose, Marion County has good options for any golfer.
Here is where to go golfing around Salem and Marion County.
It's National Dog Day so celebrate your pooch with one of these pet stores near Salem!
Lucky for members of the Salem community, there are a few local pet stores already doing all those things and more for our furry friends!
Anthony Tomashek, Katherine Ledson, Jon Little, and Callum Auer are four of the commercial banking experts at the new Bank of the Pacific branch in Lake Oswego.
Bank of the Pacific is an exception. It specializes in banking with a personal touch, in addition to all the modern online services you expect. Recently, they opened a new commercial banking center with retail and depository services in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
Many Oregonians have fond memories of visits to the Oregon State Fair. Taking place every summer from the end of August through Labor Day, the fair has something for almost everyone.
Many Oregonians have fond memories of visits to the Oregon State Fair.
Menken-Schaudt demonstrated her team spirit and enthusiasm for women’s basketball as she helped her team win the gold medal, an experience that made her the first (and so far, only) Olympian from Marion County, Oregon.
Carol Menken graduated from Jefferson High School in 1975, a year before women's basketball entered the Olympics as an official event.
The legend of Art Lacey’s B-17G Bomber is one of the history books. According to Lacey’s daughter, P***y Lacey Scott, the story began at Art Lacey’s 34th birthday party in 1947. Lacey announced his idea to put a bomber atop his gas station, and one of his friends told him that he could never do it.
Some B-17s were sold for scrap. Some were used as fire bombers and aviation enthusiasts purchased some. Art Lacey wanted a roadside attraction to lure customers to his gas station in Oregon.
For some, no trip to the Oregon State Fair is complete without a chunk of time spent on the midway. Visitors can play all of the traditional games like s***t shooting, bottle toss and strength contests. The rides are a huge draw and include rides appropriate for everyone, from preschoolers to the most adventurous adults.
Many Oregonians have fond memories of visits to the Oregon State Fair.
Salem has gotten into the food cart game in a big way. Food carts are all over the city, often just a single cart in a parking lot. No matter where you live, however, there is probably a group of food carts near you with larger groups of trucks in locations serving neighborhoods in the Northeast, South, Northwest, and East.
Salem has gotten into the food cart game in a big way. Food carts are all over the city, often just a single cart in a parking lot.
Salem has some amazing wineries, but they are just a bit more hidden. Most of the wineries are outside of the city limits on winding country roads that lead up into the hills.
Opened in 1883, the Oregon State Hospital has served the needs of psychiatric patients from all over Oregon since it opened. It was initially called the Oregon Hospital for the Insane until 1913 when it was renamed the Oregon State Hospital. The street leading to the hospital was even named Asylum Avenue but was also renamed the much less controversial Center Street.
Opened in 1883, the Oregon State Hospital has served the needs of psychiatric patients from all over Oregon since it opened.
Situated in the middle of a national forest, Breitenbush Hot Springs is a special place. The largest hot springs in the Cascades Mountain range are nestled between mountains created by volcanoes along the Breitenbush River. Entirely off the grid, the community makes its own electricity, filters its water, and uses geothermal energy to heat its buildings.
Situated in the middle of a national forest, Breitenbush Hot Springs is a special place. The largest hot springs in the Cascades Mountain range are nestled between mountains created by volcanoes along the Breitenbush River.
E-bike riders are lucky to enjoy access to local routes like the Chehalis Western Trail and the Yelm-Rainier-Tenino Trail, two tranquil biking paths that take them through scenic and varied Thurston County spots.
Pringle Creek is a net-zero (producing enough energy to offset the energy consumed) neighborhood with 12 acres of shared space consisting of orchards, community gardens, walking paths, and sequoia and fir tree stands. The neighborhood has won many awards and is continuing in the spirit of self-sustainability of its predecessor.
In 2005, some very innovative individuals purchased 32 acres of the old Fairview property and began to build a community unlike anything ever seen in the area. They named this development Pringle Creek Community.
Along with the friendly and knowledgeable service provided by Jeremy Mitchell and co-owner Delsey Maus, Flying Bee Ranch also offers beekeeping supplies for hobbyists getting started in beekeeping or for the more experienced beekeepers, all presented neat and orderly in the tasting room.
Beekeeper Jeremy Mitchell, owner of Flying Bee Ranch in Salem, puts a public face over the commercial beekeeper's veil.
Here is your guide to where to watch live music and theatre in Salem.
The largest hot springs in the Cascades Mountain range are nestled between mountains created by volcanoes along the Breitenbush River. Entirely off the grid, the community makes its own electricity, filters its water, and uses geothermal energy to heat its buildings.
Situated in the middle of a national forest, Breitenbush Hot Springs is a special place. The largest hot springs in the Cascades Mountain range are nestled between mountains created by volcanoes along the Breitenbush River.
Whether you envision roasting marshmallows next to the iconic beauty of Silver Falls State Park with the kids or waking up to the tranquil serenity of Detroit Lake with the pup, Marion County promises an unforgettable experience for everyone. Dive into this comprehensive guide and unlock the secrets to crafting your perfect Marion County camping adventure!
Dive into this comprehensive guide and unlock the secrets to crafting your perfect Marion County camping adventure!
In 1953, after the last of Asahel Bush’s children had died, the park and the house (along with the barn and greenhouse) became a park and museum run by the Salem Art Association. The Association had purchased the contents of the house and opened the house as a museum with a space for art exhibits, which continues today.
Located in the center of Bush's Pasture Park, the Bush House Museum and Bush Barn Art Center were built for a Salem pioneer family.
Here to show you to your table when you’re hungry but still want to enjoy everything else the city offers are Salem restaurants serving scenic views with delicious meals in their outdoor dining areas.
Here to show you to your table when you're hungry but still want to enjoy everything else the city offers are Salem restaurants serving scenic views with delicious meals in their outdoor dining areas.
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